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PLN Gradually Recovers Electricity Supply (0)
State-owned electricity firm PT PLN has recovered electric power to Balaraja Extra High Voltage substation in Banten Province, and furthermore it will be channeled to Suralaya steam-fueled power plant (PLTU) to gradually recover its operation to reach its capacity of 2800 MW of electricity.
In addition, power supply from Gandul Extra High Voltage substations in Depok, West Java Province, will be channeled to Muara Karang gas and steam power plant (PLTGU) to supply electricity to the Indonesian capital city, Jakarta.
Acting President Director of PLN Sripeni Inten Cahyani said here on Sunday that the power supply to Jakarta was expected to recover within three hours.
"We apologize for the inconvenience today, and currently all efforts have been made to recover the Java-Bali power system, especially in the area of West Java, Banten, and Jakarta," Cahyani said.
The company has focused on power supply to PLTGU Muara Karang and PLTGU Priok to recover the system in the capital city.
Previously, PLN has recovered the operation of hydro-generated power plant (PLTA) Saguling and PLTA Cirata which are functioned as power stabilizer, and, at the same time, supply the electricity to PLTU Suralaya through Cibinong, Depok, Gandul, Lengkok, Balaraja and Suralaya extra high voltage substations.
PLTU Suralaya is expected to return to its normal operation within six hours to normalize power system in West Java and Banten.
Blackout that affected thousands of homes and public facilities in West Java, Jakarta, and Banten was caused by several troubles in the extra high voltage 500 kV transmission of Ungaran - Pemalang.
"PLN has taken its best efforts and will have evaluation to prevent recurrence of today's incident," Cahyani said.
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July
Indonesians Celebrating Idul Adha should Follow COVID-19 Protocols
Written by Ani HasanahReligious Affairs Minister Fachrul Razi appealed to Indonesian Muslims nationwide to continue to follow preventive measures mandated in the COVID-19 protocols while performing the Idul Adha mass prayer, slaughtering animals, and distributing meat on Friday.
Those visiting mosques and partaking in other Idul Adha mass prayer congregations should also apply social and physical distancing measures in addition to not touching items that may potentially transmit the novel coronavirus disease, he notified journalists in Jakarta on Thursday.
To this end, the tradition of giving infaq, or donation, prior to the mass prayer must also be practiced without touching the charity boxes, he emphasized.
Several mosque administrators had stopped distributing charity boxes to prevent the potential spread of the coronavirus disease among members of the congregation. In its place, they have assigned certain individuals to collect the donations by using bags, he stated.
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic situation, Indonesian Muslims living in areas with zero or low number of confirmed COVID-19 cases are allowed to perform the Idul Adha mass prayer at both soccer fields and mosques, he revealed.
However, people living in areas with high number of COVID-19 cases are not allowed to perform the Idul Adha mass prayer on Friday morning, he stated.
This year, Idul Adha, marking the end of the Hajj pilgrimage for Muslims in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, is celebrated amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
During this religious festivity, Muslims in Indonesia sacrifice a goat, sheep, and cow. Their meat is then donated to the poor people and other segments of communities.
Coronavirus infections initially surfaced in the Chinese city of Wuhan at the end of 2019.
Since then, COVID-19 has spread to over 215 countries and territories, including 34 provinces of Indonesia, with a massive spurt in death toll.
The Indonesian government officially confirmed the country's first cases on March 2 this year.
As of July 27, 2020, as many as 43 Indonesian districts and cities had been declared "free from the pandemic", according to the Task Force on COVID-19 Response.
Data from the task force also showed that 66.3 percent or 341 districts and cities had until now recorded less than 100 cases. (ANTARA)
July
Bappenas: Government Agrees to Accelerate Economic Recovery and Social Reform in 2021
Written by Ani HasanahJakarta (VOI News) - The Indonesian Ministry of National Development Planning / National Development Planning Agency (PPN / Bappenas) held a Webinar Road to Indonesia Development Forum 2021 themed "Prospects of Economic Recovery through Industrial Revitalization", in Jakarta, Wednesday (29/7). This webinar is one of a series of events ahead of the Indonesia Development Forum (IDF) 2021, an annual event as a forum in which development actors in the public, private, and non-profit sectors can exchange ideas, and innovations that can be useful as a foundation in developing the national development policies. Deputy Minister for Economic Affairs of the Ministry, Bambang Prijambodo said in his presentation that the Indonesian government in 2021 has agreed to accelerate the economic recovery and social reform.
"In 2021 the government has agreed to, desires and will try to accelerate the economic recovery and at the same time the social reform. This social reform will cover the health system, education system, disaster resilience and others. And the economic reform or the economic recovery will cover 3 things in the short term. The first is industry, the second is investment and the third is tourism. These are the 3 motors that we will move, they will be important concerns in the acceleration of recovery in 2021," said Bambang Prijambodo.
Bambang Prijambodo added that for tourism, the Indonesian government will restore the acceleration of development in 5 priority destinations and later it will be followed by 5 other priority destinations. As for investment, Bambang Prijambodo continued, the government will make every effort to move investment as an economic motor which has slowed slightly in the second quarter of 2020. According to him, the government will encourage more job creation especially by capturing investment relocation or industrial relocation from developed countries to Indonesia. By doing so, Bambang Prijambodo hoped the economic growth can grow larger or equal to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of 4.5 to 5.5 percent and the industry will grow 4.7 percent. (VOI / AHM)
July
President Reminds the Enthusiasm in Handling COVID-19 Should Not Go Down
Written by Ani HasanahJakarta (VOI News) - Indonesian President Joko Widodo in a limited meeting via video teleconference on Monday (7/28) reminded all government officials that the enthusiasm to overcome the crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic should not go down. That is because, 8 priority provinces such as DKI Jakarta, West Java, Central Java, East Java, South Sulawesi, North Sumatra, Papua and South Kalimantan contributed 74 percent of positive cases of COVID in Indonesia.
"Health policy and economic policy should be balanced. And health care is a priority. You can't loosen up one bit. The aura of the crisis must continue to be echoed. Until later the vaccine is available and can be used effectively," said Jokowi.
President Joko Widodo has asked the Covid-19 Handling and National Economic Recovery Committee to work quickly to resolve the problems on the ground. The President added that the formation of the Covid-19 Handling Committee did not erase the existence of the Covid-19 Task Force at the central and regional levels. The formation of a committee is only to integrate Covid-19's handling in the health and economic sectors that are equally affected. Until Monday, July 27 positive cases in Indonesia reached more than 100 thousand cases. (VOI/ rri.co.id/ Pradipta)
July
Indonesia Adds 1,492 COVID-19 Cases and 1,301 Recoveries
Written by Ani HasanahIndonesia on Sunday added 1,492 confirmed COVID-19 cases, bringing the tally to 98,778 cases, and 1,301 fresh recoveries, according to data of the Task Force for the Acceleration of COVID-19 Response.
A total of 56,655 COVID-19 patients had recovered so far, the Task Force said in a statement on Sunday.
The death toll has reached 4,781, with an additional 67 deaths on Sunday.
As many as 20,492 samples were tested on Sunday, bringing the total number of specimens that have been examined in the country so far, to 1,381,699.
Jakarta registered the largest number of fresh cases at 384, followed by East Java 283 cases, South Sulawesi 133 cases, South Kalimantan 116 cases, and Central Java 76 cases.
East Java had the largest number of deaths at 17 people, but at the same, it has also the highest number of patients recovering at 363 people on Sunday.
Totally, East Java has the largest number of confirmed cases so far, notably at 20,539 cases, followed by Jakarta 19,125 cases, South Sulawesi 8,881 cases, Central Java 8,412 cases, and West Java 6,039 cases.
The total number of recoveries in East Java has so far reached 12,318, followed by Jakarta 11,886 people, South Sulawesi 5,963 people, Central Java 4,150 people, and South Kalimantan 2,850 people. (ANTARA)
Five provinces, namely Aceh, Bengkulu, Jambi, West Kalimantan and North Kalimantan, reported no new cases on Sunday.
July
Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry to limit number of tourists in Baduy village
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The number of tourists in the indigenous Baduy tribe’s village in Kanekes, Lebak regency, Banten, should be limited to achieve sustainable tourism. The ministry’s destination and infrastructure development undersecretary, Hari Santosa Sungkari, said previously, the Baduy tribe community had asked the government to exclude the village from the list of Indonesia’s tourist destinations through a letter addressed to President Jokowi Widodo dated July 6. In the letter, which was signed by several Baduy cultural figures, the community stated that it felt disturbed by tourists, especially due to environmental pollution caused by tourism. Hari said that his ministry was accommodating the request and considering a plan to develop an app for tourists who wish to visit the Baduy cultural area. Tourists would then be required to register through the app prior to their visit to Baduy//JP
July
Percentage Decline in COVID-19 Positive Deaths Continues: Spokesman
Written by Ani HasanahSpokesperson for the COVID-19 Handling Task Force Wiku Adisasmito drew attention to a continued decline in the percentage of deaths among COVID-19 positive patients in recent months.
Adisasmito delivered the statement at a virtual press conference from the Office of the President, Jakarta, on Friday.
"In March, the percentage of deaths reached a maximum of 9.34 percent, with an average rate of 4.89 percent," he pointed out.
Adisasmito stated that in April, the percentage had increased to a maximum of 9.5 percent and an average of 8.64 percent.
However, since May, the figure gradually dipped, reaching a maximum of 7.66 percent and an average of 6.68 percent.
For June, the maximum percentage of deaths touched 6.09 percent and an average of 5.56 percent. In July, the maximum percentage was recorded at 5.08 percent, with an average of 4.86 percent.
Adisasmito noted that the average mortality rate in the world had reached 4.2 percent.
"Hence, to this end, Indonesia is approaching the world average," he stated.
Adisasmito attributed the decrease in the percentage of deaths to better management of patient cases from time to time.
"The number of isolation rooms increased to 23,519, the number of isolation beds rose to 188,510, and the number of health workers with higher knowledge and accustomed to handling COVID-19 patients also improved. The number of referral hospitals also rose to 839 hospitals in Indonesia," he explained.
Until Thursday (July 23), Indonesia had recorded a total of 93,657 confirmed COVID-19 cases, including 52,164 patients that had recovered and 4,576 patients that had succumbed to the novel coronavirus disease.
In the meantime, the Indonesian Pediatrician Association (IDAI) highlighted the trend of some 70 percent of children dying of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) being below six years of age.
"This is the COVID-19 data on children collected until July 20, 2020," IDAI Chairperson Dr. Aman Bhakti Pulungan noted here on Thursday.
During the period from March 17 to July 20, a total of 2,712 Indonesian children had tested positive for COVID-19, while 51 of them had succumbed to the disease.
Moreover, the number of children suspected of having contracted COVID-19 reached 7,633, of which 290 had died. (ANTARA)
July
President, Iriana Exhort Children to Apply COVID-19 Health Protocols
Written by Ani HasanahIndonesian President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) and First Lady Iriana urged Indonesian children to always adopt a disciplined approach in implementing health protocols to prevent transmission of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) during the pandemic.
"That is important since it is the only way to avoid the spread of COVID-19. Children must be able to implement health protocols," Jokowi emphasized at the virtual summit event of National Children's Day 2020 held on Thursday.
Meanwhile, First Lady Iriana advised the children to always wash their hands using soap and running water after playing and learning activities.
Iriana also appealed to Indonesian children to wear masks while venturing outdoors and steering the clearing of crowds.
The President and First Lady encouraged children across Indonesia to learn to inculcate new habits.
"Before the COVID-19 pandemic, studying was conducted with teachers and friends at school, though now, we have to study at home," Iriana noted.
Jokowi and Iriana also greeted the children, who partook in the highlight of the 2020 National Children's Day virtual video commemoration.
The peak event of National Children's Day 2020, held virtually through the Zoom application, was attended by 329 representatives from 34 provinces, 69 representatives of the Children's Forum, and 44 performers at the Happy Concert at Home. (ANTARA)
July
Jokowi Sends 10,000 Aid Packages for North Luwu Flood Victims
Written by Ani HasanahIndonesian President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo delivered thousands of food packages to the people affected by the flash floods that hit North Luwu Regency, South Sulawesi.
The aid was channeled directly by the Presidential Secretariat team along with the Presidential Security Detail (Paspampres) at the disaster relief post in Baebunta District on Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
A total of 3,000 food packages were symbolically handed over to the North Luwu Regent, Indah Putri Indriani. The event was attended by North Luwu Legislative Council (DPRD) Speaker Basir and the Military Resort Command (Korem) 142/Taroada Tarogau commander Brig. Gen. Firman Dahlan.
In total, 10,000 food packages were delivered, consisting of 5 kilograms of rice, one-liter cooking oil, 1 kilogram of sugar, and 1 box of teabags. In addition, the government delivered 900 aid packages loaded with blankets, sarongs, milk, adult towels, and baby diapers.
The high-intensity of rainfall on Monday, July 13, caused rivers in the area to overflow, damaging houses and public facilities, as well as blocking the road access.
Based on data from the North Luwu Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD), the flash flood killed at least 38 people. Besides, nine people went missing and 106 people were injured. A total of 14,483 people or 3,627 households were evacuated. (tempo.co)
July
Indonesia on Monday recorded 1,576 new recoveries, bringing the total number of people who have recovered from the novel coronavirus disease in the country so far to 46,977, a government spokesperson said.
"Once again, workplaces, offices or industries (factories), we beg (you) to really be able to create a safe working atmosphere (in view) of COVID-19," Achmad Yurianto, the government spokesperson for COVID-19 response, said at a press conference for the Task Force for the Acceleration of the COVID-19 Response at Graha BNPB IN Jakarta on Monday.
Based on data compiled as of Monday noon (July 20, 2020), Indonesia has recorded 1,693 fresh COVID-19 infections, bringing the total case tally to 88,214. Meanwhile, 96 people have succumbed to the virus, taking the death toll to 4,239.
The hike in COVID-19 cases is owing to increased productive activities, and the people are also not complying with health protocols, Yurianto explained.
Jakarta has recorded the largest number of new cases at 361 and 154 recoveries.
Meanwhile, Central Java has reported 354 new cases and 300 recoveries, East Java 237 cases, and 475 recoveries, South Sulawesi 125 cases and 278 recoveries, Gorontalo has recorded as many as 105 new cases and reported no new recoveries, North Sulawesi has added 64 cases and 39 recoveries, and West Java 60 new infections and 93 recoveries.
Sixteen provinces have reported less than 10 new cases. Meanwhile, seven provinces have reported no fresh cases on Monday: Bengkulu, Jambi, West Kalimantan, Central Kalimantan, Riau Islands, Central Sulawesi, and Lampung.
The task force has also recorded 36,380 suspected cases. Coronavirus infections have spread to 467 districts and cities across the country's 34 provinces.
Meanwhile, 14,027 specimens have been examined on Monday, bringing the total number of specimens tested — using the real-time PCR (polymerase chain reaction) and molecular rapid tests (TCM) — to 1,235,545.
Reiterating the importance of obeying health protocols to keep the community safe from COVID-19 transmission, Yurianto said: "Remember, if we get infected at work it will be very risky for family members at our homes - for our children, for parents, for our relatives who have comorbid conditions." (ANTARA)
July
President Jokowi Calls for Accountable, Precise Handling of COVID-19 Funds
Written by Ani HasanahIndonesian President Joko Widodo has urged ministers and heads of state institutions to utilize the budgeted Rp695.2 trillion for handling the COVID-19 pandemic and the national economic recovery in a quick, precise, and accountable manner.
"This is very crucial, particularly in 2020, in the wake of the health and economic crises. Extraordinary measures must be undertaken by the government," the president noted while receiving the results of the 2019 Central Government Financial Report (LKPP) at the Merdeka Palace, in Jakarta on Monday.
The head of state explained that the government’s budget of Rp695.2 trillion for handling COVID-19 and the national economic recovery (PEN) was allocated for improving fiscal resilience. The president has called on ministers and heads of state institutions to be prudent in utilizing a large amount of fiscal expenditure.
"This is a very large amount to the tune of Rp695.2 trillion," he pointed out.
Nonetheless, President Jokowi called for utilizing the funds for handling the COVID-19 pandemic in a quick, accurate, and accountable way to ensure that the public is able to bear clear witness to every policy.
"I also hope for support and assistance from the Supreme Audit Agency (BPK), so that we can surmount over this crisis smoothly without any problems in the future," he noted.
The head of state also called on all apparatuses of the government internal control system, such as the Finance and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) and the National Public Procurement Agency (LKPP), to partake in accelerating and ensuring accountable solutions for budget realization.
"All law enforcement officials, the Attorney General's Office, the Police, and the Corruption Eradication Commission should always give priority to prevention aspects. Law enforcement agencies should strengthen good governance that is transparent and accountable," the president stated.
In submitting the investigative report (LHP) for the 2019 fiscal year, Chairperson of BPK Agung Firman Sampurna highlighted the Fair Without Exception (WTP) opinion on the 2019 State Financial Statement (LKPP).
"However, the BPK has identified several problems, both in the internal control system (SPI) and in compliance with statutory provisions, that must be followed up," Sampurna stated. (ANTARA)
